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The Dune universe, also called the Duniverse, is a made-up world created by author Frank Herbert. It's where his famous six-book Dune series of science fiction novels takes place. This universe has its own special rules for how people live, how science works, and how different groups of people interact.

Exploring the Dune Book Series

The Dune universe was first introduced in Frank Herbert's original series of books. These stories take readers on exciting adventures across different planets and through complex challenges.

The Original Dune Books

Here are the main books in the original series:

  • Dune (1965)
  • Dune Messiah (1969)
  • Children of Dune (1976)
  • God Emperor of Dune (1981)
  • Heretics of Dune (1984)
  • Chapterhouse Dune (1985)

Key Characters and Groups

The Dune universe is filled with many interesting characters and powerful groups. They each play a big part in the stories.

Who are the Bene Gesserit?

The Bene Gesserit are a mysterious and powerful group of women. They are like a secret sisterhood. Through intense physical and mental training, they gain amazing skills. These skills often seem like magic, but they are actually very advanced abilities of the mind and body.

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